West Siberian Plain Geography and Resources

The West Siberian Plain, a vast lowland in Russia, is characterized by its flat terrain, extensive swamps, and diverse vegetation regions. It is bordered by the Ural Mountains, Yenisei River, and Altay Mountains. The plain is rich in natural resources, including significant oil and gas reserves. Its geography includes major rivers like the Ob and Yenisei, and it experiences harsh, long winters. The geology of the region is marked by alluvial deposits and peatlands, with significant historical subsidence. The plain's original vegetation has largely been cleared, and it is a major area for Russia's oil and gas production.

Which of the following cities is NOT located on the West Siberian Plain?

• Omsk

• Moscow

• Novosibirsk

• Tomsk

What percentage of the West Siberian Plain is less than 100 meters above sea level?

• 30%

• 90%

• 70%

• 50%

Which river acts as a dividing line between the West Siberian Plain and the Central Siberian Plateau?

• Irtysh

• Yenisei

• Angara

• Ob

What type of climate is predominant in the West Siberian Plain?

• Tropical

• Sub-arctic

• Mediterranean

• Desert

Which of the following is a geological feature of the West Siberian Plain?

• Volcanic activity

• Deep valleys

• Mountainous terrain

• Flatness

What is the world's largest single raised bog located in the West Siberian Plain?

• Everglades

• Pantanal

• Sundarbans

• Vesugan Swamp

Which type of soil is predominantly found in the West Siberian Plain?

• Loamy

• Sandy

• Peaty

• Clayey

What is the primary natural resource extracted from the West Siberian Plain?

• Oil and Gas

• Gold

• Coal

• Timber

During which decades was most of Russia's oil and gas production extracted from the West Siberian Plain?

• 1950s and 60s

• 2010s and 2020s

• 1970s and 80s

• 1990s and 2000s

Which of the following rivers is NOT a principal river in the West Siberian Plain?

• Yenisei

• Volga

• Irtysh

• Ob